An easy 3.5-hour flight from Miami, this island, part of the Lesser Antilles is the escape everyone dreams of. We suggest VIP arrival transfers to whisk you past the occasionally long lines checking travel registration, covid test and vaccination documentation. Then, a 1-hour drive on a stunning yet somewhat winding road will lead you to the most desired location on the island. Sitting at the base of The Pitons, twin UNESCO World Heritage site peaks, with magnificent beaches, Sugar Beach immediately feels like home.
It is easy to understand why the property is rated as one of the top 25 Caribbean resorts by Travel & Leisure. From your driver, reception staff, and personal butlers, everyone you encounter is beaming with warmth. The hotel is an oasis, offering a holiday to make everyone you know jealous.
Set in over 100 acres of spectacular and lush scenery, there is always something new to discover. The property boasts an incredible amount of modern art pieces. Dine at one of the numerous on-site restaurants serving up everything from the fresh catch of the day to pizza on the beach to decadent multi course haute cuisine. If you happen to be in town on a Friday, be sure not to miss the DJ set and dance party at Bayside Restaurant & Bar. If not, you surely won’t lack entertainment, as there are talented local musicians playing throughout the property.
Most accommodations require a short drive up from the beach or main reception area but there are always friendly staff ready to whisk you away. You are also given a personal phone to call for transfers whenever needed. All rooms come with a private pool and are the embodiment of luxury beach chic. We suggest opting for an upgrade to a villa with stunning ocean and Piton views. Or if you prefer beach access right from your room, the Luxury Beachfront Villas are perfection. For larger groups, numerous multi-roomed residences give you privacy and come with perks like your own infinity pool or kitchen.
After a multi-month closure and refurbishment Sugar Beach recently reopened with stunning enhancements. From the redesigned Great Room where celebratory dinners are had in style, to an updated gym, newly added poolside cabanas and additional luxury rooms, Sugar Beach is only getting better.
Other highlights are the treehouse-like spa with the best jungle vibes you could hope for and the sunset deck which offers striking views.
For off-site activities, the hotel can help arrange numerous adventures. Our favorites were a visit to La Soufrière volcano as well as the nearby sulfur springs for a soak and mud bath. Be sure to get there early on the weekdays and miss the crowds! You can also visit the small town of the same name to check out to beautiful colored buildings and seaside vegetable and fruit market. Another great excursion is to Superman Waterfall, so named, as part of the movie Superman 2 was filmed here. After a refreshing soak, one of our local guides shared a variety of delicious fruits to snack on.
Back at Sugar Beach, the best snorkeling and diving on the island can be found walking right off the sand. Or grab a kayak or stand-up paddle board for an aquatic workout. You can also laze the day away wandering from the pool to the beach, or book a number of fun boat excursions.
Then watch the sun set while doing a rum and chocolate tasting poolside. After dinner each night be sure to save room for the treats left back in your room after turn down service.
The hotel is a honeymooner’s dream, offering the most romantic getaway possible. Yet it also caters wonderfully to families, with a kid’s club and activities to please every age. For any celebration from birthdays to anniversaries, the staff go above and beyond to make you feel special.
With current testing requirements to return to the US, Sugar Beach makes it a breeze with on-site testing. The hotel takes safety precautions seriously and is perfectly designed to help guests avoid crowds, enjoy the natural surroundings and truly relax.
Sugar Beach is a gem and we understand why so many guests continue to return year after year.
MIT Host and Author: Kate Mayer, Director of Membership for MIT